By JOHN RIZLE L. SALIGUMBA Davao Today Fr. Geremia said a witness in their custody narrated that former Arakan Police chief Benjamin Rioflorido was the one who accosted the paramilitary troops who were out to assassinate Tentorio on October 15, 2011. The paramilitary troops were said to have a sack of firearms and the military’s Capt. Mark Espiritu was allegedly the one who signed to release the firearms.
By ALEX D. LOPEZ Davao Today For Davao police chief Dela Rosa, “diskarte na lang.” Loosely translated, this means that officers design creative ways to deal with the different situations especially if they involve minors and children.
By ALEX D. LOPEZ Davao Today The series of carnapping incidents with Yu’s alleged syndicate that has marred the city’s reputation reportedly angered the vice mayor. Duterte was also reportedly incensed over Yu implicating his son, councilor Paolo, in the syndicate, which prompted a call from interior and local government secretary Mar Roxas upon order from President Benigno Aquino III querying on the matter.
By MARILOU AGUIRRE-TUBURAN Davao Today “It was based on track record, and years of cooperation -- not just months or during the electoral season -- on various issues that Makabayan stand for,” Makabayan’s Ariel Casilao said, disabusing beliefs that their endorsement was only for political convenience.
By ALEX D. LOPEZ Davao Today The recent trade issues involving China and Iran, DA Secretary Proceso Alcala said, serve as a wake-up call that the industry needs to open to other markets abroad.